Preparing to Renovate Your Home

and hiring a professional remodeler for green home remodeling is important. These projects may include replacing windows and doors, upgrading heating and cooling systems, adding insulation, and other updates to make the home more energyefficient, easier to maintain, and more comfortable.

Think About Your Budget

After spending more time at home the past few years, you may be ready to give your dwelling a refresh. A renovation can modernize your home and add more value. Whether your renovation is big or small, it's important to work with a professional remodeler and their industry partners. Working with an expert has many benefits. A remodeler can provide a wealth of experience, professional integrity and solve design challenges you may encounter during your renovation.

Gather Ideas

To get started, you need to develop an idea of what you want to do with your home renovation. Write a prioritized list of your needs and wants. There are many sources to find design ideas for home remodeling projects. Utilize our annual TOUR of Remodeled Homes to see various options that you might can do within your home. Look at magazines and websites and collect pictures of homes or remodeling projects you like. The more clearly you can envision the project and describe it on paper, the better prepared you will be in making decisions.

Think About How You Utilize Your Space

Think about traffic patterns, furniture size and placement, colors, lighting and how you expect to use the remodeled space. If your decision to remodel involves creating better access for someone with limited mobility, you may consider contacting a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist.

Consider Home Energy Efficiency

You may want to improve your home's efficiency

Figure out how much money you have to spend on your home renovation, including furnishings, landscaping or any other cost you might incur. Talking with an experienced remodeler will provide insight into estimated expenses based on the proposed scope of work.

Customize to Fit Your Needs

Home remodeling frequently involves problem solving, such as maximizing existing space, strategically building additions or navigating limited budgets. Professional remodelers are there to help you manage such challenges and meet your needs while staying within budget.

Work with Qualified Professionals

Hiring a professional remodeler is the best way to ensure your project's success. It is important to work with licensed general contractors, who will pull necessary permits, as well as work with other qualified trade contractors and industry professionals. Always ask your remodeler to provide proof of workers compensation and liability insurance. This protects you from liability in situations involving job site injuries or property damage resulting from the work being done on your home.

We encourage you to utilize the annual TOUR of Remodeled Homes ...virtually and our open houses which provide an opportunity to talk with general contractors and their industry partners.

For a list of licensed general contractors, Remodelers Council members, and Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS)...visit the Greensboro Builders Association's website at www.GreensboroBuilders.org.